Oracle FAQs

Question 1

Is Oracle easy to configure and integrate into my workflow?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Oracle is designed for ease of use and configurability. It features a simple JSON configuration file (`~/.oracle-mcp.json`) for model settings, a pure-function architecture for testability, full TypeScript with explicit typing, and comprehensive error handling, making it robust and developer-friendly.

Question 2

Which AI models can I use with Oracle?

Accepted Answer

Oracle supports integration with various AI models, including Codex and Claude. You can configure the specific model, such as 'gpt-5.1-codex-mini' for Codex or 'opus' for Claude, along with reasoning levels, via your `~/.oracle-mcp.json` configuration file.

Question 3

When should I use the 'consult_oracle' tool?

Accepted Answer

The 'consult_oracle' tool is ideal for situations requiring expert analysis, such as planning complex tasks with multiple tradeoffs, analyzing architectural decisions or design patterns, or when you need an informed opinion on approaches where your confidence is less than 90%.

Question 4

What is Oracle and how does it help developers?

Accepted Answer

Oracle is a command-line interface (CLI) tool that unifies access to powerful AI models like Codex and Claude. It provides a 'consult_oracle' tool to offer expert reasoning and analysis, assisting developers with complex decision-making, architectural planning, and design pattern evaluations.

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